Cider House Rules (Miramax)

The Cider House Rules (1999) — Miramax DVD

Based on John Irving's acclaimed novel, The Cider House Rules follows Homer Wells (Tobey Maguire), a young man raised in a Maine orphanage under the care of compassionate physician Dr. Wilbur Larch (Michael Caine). Though trained in medicine, Homer longs to experience life beyond the orphanage. He leaves with a young couple and finds work at an apple orchard, where love, responsibility, and difficult moral choices challenge his understanding of the world. This moving coming-of-age drama explores compassion, independence, and the meaning of doing what is right.

Cast & Filmmakers

Screenplay: John Irving, adapting his own novel.

Release year: 1999.

Rating: PG-13.

Hollywood Connections & Trivia

• Oscar-winning performance: Michael Caine won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Dr. Larch.
• Author's screenplay: Novelist John Irving adapted his own book and won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.
• Best Picture nominee: The film received an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture.
• Acclaimed director: Lasse Hallström also directed What's Eating Gilbert Grape and Chocolat.
• Literary origins: The movie is based on John Irving's 1985 novel The Cider House Rules.

DVD Details & Condition

Listed edition: Miramax DVD.

Format: DVD.

Condition: Used / Pre-owned.

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